“Being a part of and involved with the community is important to me because when I was growing up, I helped out where I could,” he said.

Summers also said he appreciates serving at Travis AFB where he feels a strong bond with the communities that surround the base. “I’ve followed him since he played at the University of Texas.” “I am so excited for this opportunity to see the 49ers and meet one of my favorite players, Marquise Goodwin,” Summers said. I’m living a different dream right now by being in the Air Force, but being able to be here is kind of like me living that dream as well.”Īirman 1st Class Ethan Summers, 60th Civil Engineer Squadron water and fuel systems maintenance apprentice, shares the joy Vincent Butera described. I played football in high school and this is something I always wanted to be. Nicholas Vincent Butera, 60th Maintenance Group quality assurance inspector. “I’m a lifelong Niners fan, so, once I heard about this event I couldn’t miss it,” said Staff Sgt. Prior to competing against one another, smiles covered the Airmen’s faces as they watched a 49ers practice and met with some of the team’s coaches and players. “Maybe I’ll leave here with a contract,” joked one Airman. The Airmen performed well, with one Airman running the 40-yard dash in 4.8 seconds and another taking first place in the quarterback arm challenge by heaving a football 62 yards. The Airmen were assessed on each skill, similar to how NFL players are evaluated by coaches and scouts. “It also offers an opportunity for service members and NFL players to connect, which hopefully enhances understanding on both sides.”

“Salute to Service Boot Camp offers service members a chance to test their skills and go through some of the drills the players go through,” Wildermuth added. “Today, we have an opportunity with the 49ers and we are really excited. “Many service members love football and we look for opportunities to bring them together with the sport they love,” said Roger Wildermuth, USAA media relations director. The event, which is part of a national program designed to honor, empower and connect service members, veterans and their families, was organized by USAA in conjunction with the 49ers. The Airmen competed in teams of five in a variety of drills including the 40-yard dash, three-cone shuttle, vertical jump and quarterback arm challenge. 13, during the USAA ‘Salute to Service’ Boot Camp at the San Francisco 49ers practice facility in Santa Clara. – Fifty mobility Airmen from Travis AFB were put to the test Aug.

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